Details

The hike starts at the Glendalough visitor centre and follows forest trails as it gradually ascends before opening out onto the open moorland. We now take a mountain path as it

Details

The hike starts at the Glendalough visitor centre and follows forest trails as it gradually ascends before opening out onto the open moorland. We now take a mountain path as it winds uphill before reaching the summit of Brockagh East at 471 metres. After taking in the wonderful views we descend via a pleasant grassy path into the forest and follow part of the Wicklow Way back to the Glendalough monastic city.

Grade: Easy/Moderate (Forest tracks and mountain paths).

Meeting point: Glendalough visitor centre, 10.30am

Pick up point in Dublin: Tourist office, Suffolk Street, 09.30am (Transport can be provided, but spaces are limited, €10 per person, please contact us).

OSI Sheet: 56

Height gain: 400 metres (1310 ft.)

Distance: 11.0 km (6.5 miles)

Time: Approx. 4.5 hours

Cost €25.00 per person

(Please note: to do this hike you must have waterproof walking shoes, a waterproof jacket, warm clothing and warm hat and gloves. Without these items you will regrettably be excluded from participating. We have a limited supply of gear available to loan, but not boots. Please contact us.)

Time

All Day (Thursday)

About us

Mountaintrails is a small, independent, Irish business specialising in guided walking trips and mountain training, founded and run by Russell Mills and born out of his long time love of mountains and wild places.Qualified Mountain LeaderRescue and Emergency Care First Aid qualifiedFully insuredOver 35 years experienceNationally accredited by Mountaineering IrelandRated ‘Excellent’ on TripAdvisor